That's it - I'm hooked. 45 minutes on the new Boulder Velodrome has convinced me that riding the track is one awesome sport! Kevin - you are right.

Dan grabbed a picture of Mike and myself to prove that Blue Sky Velo was one of the first teams on the track.... well at least in the Infield.

I got one picture of Mike on his rockin' new ride before his seat started slipping and no more track for Mike... at least last night. You know he'll be a regular from today on though.

Not only is riding the track far superior to being outside in the 6 degree temps, but it's an incredible workout. Check out 20 minutes of my heart rate - very easy to peg it without hardly pushing. Click for TrainingPeaks file viewer.

To give you a feeling for the corners, here's a picture of my co-worker Dirk going into Corner #3 - oh yeah, you stick, but it's scary... the first time. After a couple times around you don't even notice the banking. What you do notice are the G-forces!

Tuesday, December 16, 2008

The 2008 cyclocross national championships are in the books. Big props to all of the Blue Sky Velo folks who came out for some cyclocross fun Kansas City style. Also a big shout out to all of the Colorado folks who made the trek. It was cool to get support from so many different people along the course. Nameless people who would call you out by name or just yell, “GO Blue Sky Velo!” The most impressive to me was literally just moments after Brandon Dwight of Boulder Cycle Sport repeats as master men 35-39 national champion he’s out on the course cheering us on. Class act!

Pics below form Thursday's action are from Red Rocks Velo rider Jimmy Heuck. To see the entire set, go here.

Warming up for the 40+ B race

Hollywood Harwood keeping in balance

Bob the Builder running the stairs

Mr. Kansas City up the stairs

Everyone's Mother making up places

A special thanks needs to go out to Blue Sky Cycles hardmen Rob and TJ. These guys kept our bikes clean and dialed the entire weekend and provide PRO pit support during the races. You guys rock!

Sunday, December 14, 2008

Sunday... Cross NatsRob Love overcame:-a front fork snapping off on the highway at 70 mph-a super fast fork swap in the hotel parking lot at 7:17 am-driving 100+ mph to the venue to make an 8 am start in time-a shattered carbon seatpost during the race-male and female nudity on the courseIs it any wonder he looks a little aggro on the run-up?Giddyup!

Monday, December 8, 2008

Blue Sky Velo racers not only showed up best-dressed at yesterday's State Cross Championships, there were best-of-show-brats, best-placed easy-up and some damn good competition from the women and men in red, white, black and blue. Check 'em out: